UFI Releases 2025 Euro Fair Statistics Report
The new report provides a comprehensive look at the state of Europe's exhibition industry through 2025 data.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Fine Art
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The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, known as UFI, has published its 16th annual Euro Fair Statistics report. The findings analyze exhibition activity across 13 countries to provide a standardized view of the European market.
Why it matters
This data offers a benchmark for the European exhibition sector by consolidating information from 10 industry bodies. It helps stakeholders track growth, attendance patterns, and market reach across the continent.
The report covers 1,758 exhibitions that hosted over 503,552 exhibiting companies and 49.9 million total visits. Approximately 38% of these events specifically targeted trade visitors, while 21% focused on the public.
The players
UFI
UFI is the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry that establishes quality standards and collects data for the international trade fair sector.
The details
Data for the 2025 period was compiled with the assistance of 10 contributing industry bodies across 13 countries. The results include 209 exhibitions that hold the official UFI Approved Event designation, indicating high-quality certification standards.
Timeline
The report covers data collected throughout the 2025 calendar year.
The 16th edition of the report was officially published on October 22, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The release of the 16th edition of the UFI Euro Fair Statistics report underscores the continued reliance on standardized certification within the global events business. This data provides a vital benchmark for organizers as they navigate shifting trends in visitor engagement and event formatting.
Industry participants and event organizers can use this verified data to benchmark their own exhibition performance against broader European trends. The standardized metrics provide clear insights into market reach and visitor demographics for those involved in planning upcoming events.
The takeaway
The report highlights that trade-focused exhibitions remain a core pillar of the European market, accounting for over one-third of all events. Understanding these attendance patterns is essential for professionals looking to optimize their participation in future international trade fairs.
Further reading
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More information
Access the complete Download Euro Fair Statistics 2025 report through the official industry portal.
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